Photo courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
A long-established recreational activity in the area, hunters were instrumental in protecting this corner of remote, wild Florida. Hunting activities continue today and include seasons for archery, muzzle loading and general gun. Typical game species are white-tailed deer, turkey and hogs. Alligator hunting is not allowed within the preserve.
Hunting within the preserve is managed cooperatively between the National Park Service and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. For up-to-date hunting regulations related to the Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area click here.
Closures Learn more about areas and facilities that may be closed. more...
ORV and Hunting Access Related to Surface Water An overview of hydrologic conditions to be considered. more...
Did You Know?
Airboats are one of the approved ways to access remote areas of Big Cypress National Preserve. Remember all Off-Road Vehicle access requires a valid permit, and visitors operating ORVs need to know the legal areas they can operate.